Lifesmart MCAC0009US, MCAC3001US, MCAC3002US, MCAC3000US, MCAC0008CN User Manual

Model Numbers: MCAC0008US, MCAC0009US, MCAC0008CN, MCAC0009CN,
MCAC3000US, MCAC3001US, MCAC3002US

EZcool & EZcool Duo

Owner’s Manual

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PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND KEEP THIS

OWNER’S MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE.

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Table of Contents

Contents .........................................................................

Safety ..............................................................................

Operation .......................................................................

Care .................................................................................

FAQ .................................................................................

Troubleshooting...........................................................

Warranty ........................................................................

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Package Contents

EZcool Evaporative Cooler
AC/DC Power Adapter
Quick Step Guide
Owner’s Manual

Safety

READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury:

1. Make sure that the power source complies with the electrical
requirements of the product.

2. Do not use this product with damaged or missing lter(s).

3. If the product is not working correctly, has missing parts, has been
dropped, damaged, or dropped in water, call 1-800-320-6478 for

evaluation, adjustment, or repair.

4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse unit, plug, or
cord in water or spray with liquids.

5. Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces.

6. Do not operate the product if the unit, power cord, or plug is
damaged in any manner.

7. Do not run the cord under any carpets, throw rugs, runners, or
similar coverings.

8. Do not route cord under furniture or appliances, and place cord

away from tracked area where it will not be tripped over.

9. Do not insert or allow any foreign objects to enter the intake or

exhaust air openings.

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10. Do not block or tamper with the atomizing nozzles, as it may
reduce or impede the product’s performance.

11. Disconnect the power cord before moving or performing any
maintenance on the product.

12. This product must be grounded. Plug into an appropriate ground

fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected outlet that is properly

installed and in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

13. Do not hang or mount the product on a wall or ceiling.

14. This product should not be used in potentially dangerous

conditions, such as ammable, explosive, or chemically loaded

atmospheres.

15. Do not store outside or near hazardous materials.

Operation

1. Remove tank cap and ll water
tank (with potable water only)
to the bottom of the ll
basket. (approximately one
gallon)

NOTE: Do not overll tank.

2. Replace cap and tighten until
fully sealed.

NOTE: Unit will not function properly if cap
is not tight.

3. Plug AC/DC power adapter
supply into the power port on
the unit. Plug the three­ pronged plug into an outlet.

4. Press the POWER button at
the top of the unit to turn on
the evaporative cooler. Green
light will illuminate.

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POWER OFF

5. Press the FAN button to turn

on fan. Adjust air speed by

pressing button:

(high, med, low) Green light

will illuminate.

6. Press the COOL button to
activate atomization. Green
light will illuminate.

7. Adjust the cooling port(s) to

the desired positions up-down
and side-to-side.

Press the POWER button to

turn o. Green light will
turn o.

NOTE: The EZcool evaporative cooler will continue to atomize for a short
time while the unit depressurizes. Be sure to turn o product before
unplugging.

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CLEANING &
STORING PRODUCT

No Water in System

When Storing

EMPTYING WATER TANK

Care

• Clean the cooler with a soft
cloth and mild soap solution.

• Store the cooler in a clean
and dry place.

• DO NOT STORE COOLER
WITH WATER IN THE SYSTEM
FOR MORE THAN 5 DAYS.

• Unplug the power supply.

• Remove the water tank

ll cap.

• Carefully turn the cooler over
to allow water to drain out.

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CONDITIONING WATER TANK

• Replace ll cap and turn

until sealed.

• Plug the cooler in and run
COOL function until the
atomized water stops. CONDI

• If an unpleasant odor is
detected, a quick conditioning
of the water tank should
correct the issue.

• Completely drain water tank.

(See Emptying Water Tank)

• Fill tank with 1 gallon of
potable water.

NOTE: Do not overll tank.

• Add 3 to 5 drops of unscented
chlorine bleach to the full water

tank.

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REPLACING FILTERS

• Replace cap and turn until
sealed.

• The cooler is conditioned and
ready for operation.

NOTE: Each cooler has two lters:

one for water
and one for air

• Locate the lter access doors

on the sides of the cooler.

• Place small athead

screwdriver into slot on access
door near back of unit and
gently move the screwdriver
towards back of unit until door
can be removed.

• The lters are connected to the
tubing at the blue ttings.

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• Press the blue ttings towards
the middle of the lter while

gently pulling the tubing out of

the lter.

• Orient the red band in the new

lter towards the rear of the

cooler.

• Firmly insert tubing into the

ttings on either side of the
replacement lter.

• Reinstall lter access door.
Repeat steps for lter on

opposite side.

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Optimal Operating Placement

Legend:

Recommended
Placement

=

Window

Table

Table

Table

Table

Table

Table

Entry Way

GOOD AREAS

• On oor with good
airow

example - by entryway of room

• Near open window

• On a table

• Directed towards user(s)

CAUTION: DO NOT COVER UNIT WITH FABRIC

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RECOMMENDED CLEARANCE

• 3 feet (0.9m) from front

3 feet (0.9m)

FAQ

What is the run time with COOL on and how much water
does it take?

EZcool – 10 + hours

EZcool Duo – 6 + hours

Both the EZcool and EZcool Duo will hold up to 1 gallon of water.

Can it be left outdoors?

It is not recommended to leave your cooler outside when it is

not being used. (Think of it like a portable stereo - you can use it
outdoors, but not recommended to leave outdoors.)

Where can you use the EZcool evaporative coolers?

The EZcool evaporative coolers were designed to be used both
outdoors and indoors.

What type of water can you ll the cooler with?

You should use potable (drinkable) water.

Does ice water make it colder?

Water temperature does not noticeably impact the cooling
performance.

What happens if the cooler runs out of water?

If the cooler runs out of water, it will simply stop atomizing water. No
harm will be done by operating the cooler without water.

Where is the best place to use the unit?

(See Optimal Operating Placement Image on page 9)

Should there be a certain amount of space around the cooler?

Yes, there should be 3 feet of space in front of the port.

(See Recommended Clearance image on page 9)

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Power button
is not
illuminating

No air coming
from port

No atomization
coming from
port

Water
streaming

from nozzle(s)

during
shutdown

a) POWER button is

in the OFF
position

b) Power cord is not

connected

c) Wall outlet is not

providing power

FAN button is in the
OFF position

a) COOL button is in

the OFF position

b) Water tank is

empty

c) Tank cap is not

fully tightened

d) Water lter is

clogged

Water tank is

overlled

a) Press POWER button one

time

b) Connect power cord and

press POWER button one
time

c) Find an alternate power

outlet

Press FAN button to activate

(high, med, low)

a) Press COOL button

one time

b) Fill tank with water

c) Tighten tank cap

d) Replace water lter

Open tank cap to release
pressure. Drain tank to

bottom of ll basket. During

next start up the cooling
function may stream water
for a few seconds until the
lines have been cleared.

Water
streaming

from nozzle(s)

during
operation

Air lter is clogged Replace air lter

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Warranty

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

The manufacturer warrants this unit against defects in materials and
workmanship on functional parts, for a period of 1 year from the original date of
purchase. Your sales receipt showing the date of purchase of the product is your
proof of purchase. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.

This product is made with the highest quality materials and is warranted to
be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of purchase.
This limited warranty applies to products manufactured or distributed by the
manufacturer, are delivered in the continental United States or Canada and
extends to the original purchaser, or gift recipient. This warranty becomes

valid at the time of purchase and terminates either by the specied time frame

listed above and/or owner transfer. Any refunds or monetary compensations

must be claimed through the place of purchase (retailer), and not through
the manufacturer. Any extended warranties (warranties that cover above and
beyond this manufacturer warranty) that are sold through a retailer or third

party, are not directly correlated with this products’ limited warranty, and may
be redirected to said retailer or third party for coverage.

This warranty does not apply to the space cooler lters (air and water); these

are expendable parts that require regular replacement to ensure optimal
performance of your space cooler.

The purchaser may be asked to provide the supplier with proof of purchase

documents (including the date of purchase) if requested. Any evidence of
alteration, erasing, or forgery of proof of purchase documents will be just cause

to VOID this limited warranty. Products, in which the serial number has been
defaced or removed are not eligible for warranty coverage.

This warranty does not apply if the unit has been subject to negligence,

fabrication, misuse, abuse, or repairs, alteration by non-manufacturer authorized
personnel, inappropriate installations, or any case beyond the control of the
manufacturer. Examples of warranty invalidation may also include, but are not
limited to:

• Use of lacquer or paints in (and around) the unit.

• Normal wear/tear/weathering.

• Pet/consumer accidents.

The manufacturer shall not be liable for any loss due to use (or misuse) of the

unit or other incidental or consequential costs, expense or damages without
irrefutable foundations. Under no circumstances shall the manufacturer or any

of its representatives be held liable for injury to any person or damage to any

property, however arising. Any implied warranty shall have duration equal of the

applicable warranty stated above. Specications are subject to change without

notice or obligation.

This limited warranty gives the original purchaser specic legal rights. Other

rights may vary from state to state.

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